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I Can't Hear You!

My students need 20 headsets to help them take standardized tests that require they listen to a passage and reply to questions, this is why the microphones are essential!

$298 goal

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Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

My Students

We have an outstanding school in a large urban area. The teachers here work tirelessly to bring engaging, fun activities to enhance our curriculum. Because of the numerous budget cuts, we have had to seek funding for the "extras" that the kids absolutely love.

Our students ROCK!

Even though we have over 1000 elementary students, our school has a "family" feeling to it. The staff is great and works very hard to encourage the students to become successful members of society. Many of the students come from homes where many of their basic needs aren't met. We strive to give them the love and confidence they need to survive. Theirs is a difficult world, but we know that with enough help, love and guidance; they will have a bright future.

My Project

These headphones will be used in so many ways! First and foremost the headsets will help the students do their best on the standardized tests that require that they speak their answers into the microphone. The students will be able to work on things like Google Presentation, IMovies, Kahn Academy, online educational games, without anyone disturbing them, or them disturbing anyone. It's almost impossible to have 35 computers with their speakers on so that the students can hear what's being said and be able to concentrate on it. This way the students can work at their own pace with me as a facilitator. Additionally, they look really cool; the kids will LOVE that!

Ms. Finn

Grades 6-8

Dawes Elementary School

Chicago, IL

Illinois

Nearly all students from low‑income households

Equity Focus

At this school, more than 50% of students are Black, Latino, and/or Native American, and more than 50% come from low-income households. Learn how your donation to this school supports a more equitable education.

This project will reach 380 students.

5 donors have given to this project.

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Materials Cost Quantity Total

Cyber Acoustics AC-202B Stereo Speech Headset With Boom Microphone, Silver • Staples Advantage $10.99 20 $219.80

Materials cost			$219.80
Vendor shipping charges			FREE
Sales tax			$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee			$3.30
Fulfillment labor & materials			$30.00
Total project cost			$253.10
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			$44.66
Total project goal			$297.76
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal			$297.76
4 Donors			-$173.36
Donations toward project cost			-$148.26
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			-$25.10
match offer			-$123.34
Match offer toward project cost			-$104.84
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			-$18.50
Excluded support for DonorsChoose			-$1.06
Still needed View calculation Hide calculation			$0.00

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I Can't Hear You!

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Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

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This teacher needs your help!

I Can't Hear You!

Hooray! This project is fully funded

Hooray! This project is fully funded

Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

Give this project a boost!

My Students

My Project

Equity Focus

Boost your odds

Top rated for efficiency and transparency.

TEACHERS, FEELING INSPIRED?

Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes

How we calculate what's needed

Give the most requested basic supplies

Give back to your community

Project Activity

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DonorsChoose is the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

Supporting teachers and students since 2000

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Help teachers & students in your hometown this season!
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